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  • GM Avetik Grigoryan

The 8+ Method: Key Idea to Excelling as a Writer and Course Creator

How should you strike a balance between pursuing perfectionism and never finishing your book/course, and not settling for mediocrity? Here's a way.

Improvement Hacks | 4 min read
  • GM Avetik Grigoryan

10 Must-Read Non-Chess Books Every Chess Player Should Explore

I wish I knew how to perform at my peak earlier in life. I also wish I would have read these books earlier than I did… I missed out, but it’s not too late for you.

Psychology and Mental Toughness | 8 min read

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  • GM Avetik Grigoryan

Play your first UgLy game

Having problems with taking the 1st step? Are you scared? I was too. But this is the way…

Improvement Hacks | Psychology and Mental Toughness | 2 min read

Inside the Mind of GM Vladimir Akopian: Lessons from Elite Chess Circles

Learn from Akopian's fearless mindset, his training under the legend Botvinnik, the strong and weak points of Kasparov, and more!

Psychology and Mental Toughness | Coach’s Corner | Real Stories Of Improvements | 12 min read
  • GM Avetik Grigoryan

SLP Method - How to save lost chess positions?

Save losing positions in chess, trick your opponent and become a tough-to-beat player by following these 11 strategies GM Avetik shares in this article.

Strategy | Psychology and Mental Toughness | Practical Chess Tips | 15 min read
  • GM Gabuzyan Hovhannes

The Fork Tactic in Chess Explained

Everything about the fork tactic: from what it is, how to get better at noticing it, what to do when you get forked, and more!

Tactics | 8 min read